I was trying to find a positive reply to this post; some disadvantages of global sourcing are the language barrier, political instability, and shipping cost. Language becomes a factor as supplies and deals are procured, especially when working overseas in countries like China. The language barrier can also come into play when attempting to correct deficiencies in production where the assistance of a translator may be required to streamline operations. Political instability would be the next disadvantage, as this instability can bring supply lines to a halt. Anything from protests to riots can disrupt the supply chains in foreign countries. Lastly, shipping cost is something we forget about; while manufacturing and labor costs are cheaper, getting your products from India or China to the US might not be as affordable as we think?